City election board seeks new powers

In the wake of a campaign that saw the Democratic nominee for mayor withdraw under questionable circumstances, the city elections board wants to have more authority to address problems during the campaign season.

After meeting behind closed doors yesterday afternoon, members of the city Board of Supervisors of Elections said they may seek the power to investigate improprieties and, if necessary, sanction candidates.

Rita Ormasa, chairwoman of the three-member board, said that she has spoken with the Rules and City Government Committee, which may consider giving the board the power to administratively punish candidates who do...